Large Recall NHTSA · 83V019000 Reported February 24, 1983

Fuel:fuel tank assembly:attachments

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Fuel System, Gasoline · 160,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
83V019000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
160,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 24, 1983

Defect Summary

Fuel tank support straps on some of the involved vehicles may rust if exposed to road salt used for snow and ice removal.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace existing support straps with galvanized steel straps without charge.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 83V019000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 83V019000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 83V019000?

NHTSA recall 83V019000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on February 24, 1983. It addresses: Fuel:fuel tank assembly:attachments. The recall affects approximately 160,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 83V019000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.